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Claim Operations Assistant I

RLI Corp · Peoria, IL · $20.01–$26.63 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you handled a lot of detailed, repetitive work without letting errors creep in.

What they are checking: Whether they stay accurate on routine tasks, which is the core of this role.

How comfortable are you learning new software systems, and how do you go about it?

What they are checking: Whether they can pick up claim and payment systems quickly and use them correctly.

Tell me about a time you followed a business rule you didn't fully agree with.

What they are checking: Whether they follow department guidelines while still raising concerns the right way.

What would you do

An examiner asks you to send a claim denial letter today, but something in the details looks off. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up before sending, because a wrong denial letter creates legal and customer problems.

A caller is upset because they haven't received a check they were promised. How do you handle the call?

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm, find the facts and set honest expectations instead of making promises.

Several examiners give you urgent requests at the same time. How do you decide what to do first?

What they are checking: Whether they ask about deadlines and impact instead of just working in the order requests arrived.

You notice the same mistake keeps happening in a process you support. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they raise process problems instead of quietly fixing the same error over and over.

About the work

You'll be preparing indemnity checks and wire transfers. What steps do you take to make sure every payment is right before it goes out?

What they are checking: Whether they check payee, amount and claim details carefully, since payment errors are hard to undo.

What do you know about how an insurance claim works from start to finish?

What they are checking: Whether they understand enough of the claim process to see where their support work fits.

How do you handle sensitive personal and financial information in your work?

What they are checking: Whether they understand confidentiality around claimant data and payments as a basic duty.

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The full job description

As published by RLI Corp.

About Us We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us. RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company. Position Purpose Provides basic operational and customer service support for the claim department administration. Principal Duties & Responsibilities • Provide basic operational support for department administration and examiners. • Accurately process and prepare recovery, expense, and indemnity checks, wire transfers, form letters, claim denials, and company positions letters while adhering to claim department business rules and regulatory requirements. • Provide quality customer-service support to the Claim Department by performing claim intake, answering inquiries, recording accurate, thorough information, and resolving customer issues or routing callers to appropriate departments. • Prepare incoming correspondences for scanning into the image system in compliance with department business rules. • Scan and import various documents to work queues and/or claim files, including policy documentation, physical and electronic media, websites, emails, and faxes. • Support, maintain, and record transactions for multiple TPA programs. • Assist in maintaining electronic billing system. • Review, maintain, and distribute various reports and codes. • Assist in other projects as needed. Education & Experience • Typically requires a high school diploma • 0+ years of related experience • [OR] equivalent level of education and experience Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies • Good interpersonal and communication skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with associates and outside customers. • Must be proficient with computers and able to readily adapt to software systems and applications. • Must be detail-oriented and practice good organizational skills. • Ability to follow procedures as outlined by management. • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize duties in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to perform quality work while meeting processing deadlines. Compensation Overview The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future. Base Pay Range $20.01 - $26.63 Total Rewards At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee. Financial Incentives • Annual bonus plans • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) • 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution • Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings) Work & Life • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays • Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities • Parental and family care leave • Flexible & hybrid work arrangements • Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform • Employee assistance program Health & Wellness • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits • Flexible spending and health savings accounts • 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance • Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase • Short-term and long-term disability benefits Personal & Professional Growth RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include: • Training & certification opportunities • Tuition reimbursement • Education bonuses Diversity & Inclusion Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results. RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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